kremlinology

noun

krem·​lin·​ol·​o·​gy ˌkrem-lə-ˈnä-lə-jē How to pronounce kremlinology (audio)
often capitalized
: the study of the policies and practices of the former Soviet government
kremlinologist noun often capitalized

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kremlinology was in 1953

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“Kremlinology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kremlinology. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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